Pre K Teaching Assistant

Pre-K Teaching AssistantSt. Anthony School is a nurturing and inclusive Catholic school dedicated to helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Our Pre-K program emphasizes play-based learning, creativity, and the development of foundational skills in a caring, supportive setting.We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and reliable Pre-K Teaching Assistant to support our lead teacher in creating a positive and engaging classroom environment. The ideal candidate loves working with young children, communicates effectively, and brings patience, enthusiasm, and teamwork to the classroom each day.Responsibilities:Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lessons and activities aligned with the curriculum.Supervise and engage with children during playtime, meals, and rest periods.Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.Support individual students' learning and social-emotional needs.Communicate effectively with staff, and administrators.Encourage positive behavior and model kindness, respect, and curiosity.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.Experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or childcare setting.Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.Ability to lift up to 40 lbs